Expenses

Art classes can be expensive. Students and parents should be aware that in addition to the normal textbooks required for classes, students will need to purchase art supplies for the majority of their studio classes and will most likely have to replenish some of those supplies during the semester. While Alabama State University will try to supply some materials, it is the student’s responsibility to have the needed supplies to work in class. Students who are not prepared to have supplies at the beginning of the semester may fall behind, as most studio classes are hands on and start work if not immediately,  within the first week of classes.

Most instructors have supply lists that can be requested prior to the start of each semester. Please contact the department for details. Many supplies can be purchased at local art and craft stores or over the Internet. It is also highly recommended that all students, particularly those in the graphic design field, have a laptop computer by the beginning of their sophomore year of study. Students may contact the department for a listing of computers and software packages that are commonly used in the program.